Random 18.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 / 5:20 PM

I think my classmates are crazy.
Shut up. I don't want to hear it. I know what I did. I wasn't about to start again, really. Sometimes, some things just happen. And it's really frustrating. And sometimes, maybe, it just gets too frustrating, I can't take it.
They're always talking about homework. Tsk.
We went to the Bloodbank today, and on the bus, Esther reminded the class to do the homework that Mr Tan set for us. Then, Shimin, Sarah and Subin started talking about the History reflection. After that, they started talking about the Science reflection.
Wahlao. Anyhow, I went to sleep instead, so I wasn't listening to them. -_-
Yah lar, I'm a pig.

Well, I thought the trip was pretty much a waste of time. Except for the fact that it was related to blood, and she went through what blood is, its function, its components, etc. Though it's not like we never learnt it before.
I guess you're right.
But I think the speaker was kind of nice. Perhaps interactive, too.
So after the talk, we were the first group of about 20 to go around the Bloodbank.
You're always right.
Real cool. We saw stuff like the registration area first. There was also the area where they tested for haemoglobin level.
And there were people there donating blood. Was a tad bit sick to see the blood flowing into the packet. And wtf, do they have a big needle. But they said you'll be given painkillers before that, so it won't hurt that much. Or rather, actually won't hurt -- just like an ant bite.
I've lost you.
Well, that's what they always say. Isn't that what everyone told me before I got my first jab?
Yeah, sure. And if I remember correctly, that's what my family and maid(s) told me. Then they started to chase me around the house. Well, they finally got me, and I got pinned to the ground and couldn't struggle free no matter how hard I tried.
Then, my tooth got plucked out.
Ouch.

It was probably since then (or maybe before, I don't know), I started to be scared of pain. Jeez. -_-

ANYHOW, we walked on and the guide explained about how the blood is difficult to process and pack. Or something. I can't really remember.
Then how the packets are frozen in -80 degrees Celcius. And have to go through some process or whatever to defrost them, too.

They say 55% of the people in the country are eligible, but only 1% donate their blood. And they need 350 units of blood per day.
Wow.

And they say they are short of O-type blood. Aight, O-type is imba. Can help all types lor. :D
Maybe I should donate when I become eligible. -_- But the needle is super scary. They say one of the reasons why people don't want to donate is because of their fear of needles/pain. I wonder if the painkillers really help.
Requirements:
  • 16 - 60 years of age.
  • At least 45kg.
  • Generally good health, sufficient haemoglobin level.
  • Do not take part in high-risk activities, e.g. having same sex partner, multiple sex partners, being an intravenous drug user.

    -_- I think I sound siao.
    Nyein says blood donation is cool. Eh, so are you going to donate blood every year on your birthday?
    Lol.

    Health Sciences Authority website.
    About Blood Donation.

    ~~~
    Are you going to start ignoring me from now on?
    I think the weather loves me.
    Do you. hate me?
    Took MRT back with some 2D people after the trip to Bloodbank. Alighted. Then bought a snack and 43 came. I think I should've known it was about to rain, 'cause the sky was overcast.
    But, it wasn't until I alighted that the rain started. It began with drops, then it got heavier, bit by bit. Finally, it just poured. And wtf, an umbrella wasn't of much use. And I was trying to keep it from flying off. -_- Oh well. But I think I'm better off compared to some people without an umbrella. This poor dog got drenched together with its two owners. -_-

    So much for wanting to enjoy my snack as I walked. (But I think I'd beware from now on, ever since that horrific attack of the crows.)
    I was probably about 5 minutes away from home, and it was beginning to stop raining. Wtf.
    But anyway, when I reached home, it started to rain a bit again. But not as heavy as before.
    Well. I was drenched, but somehow, I kind of liked being in the rain.
    I find myself trying to wash away the pain.

    ~~~

    From an email Shiyi sent.

    1. WHAT IS YOUR FULL NAME?
    Eam.

    2. What colour pants are you wearing?
    -

    3. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW?
    重来.

    4. ARE YOUR LEGS CROSSED?
    No? -_-


    5. WHAT WAS THE LAST THING YOU ATE?
    Roller Coaster.

    6. IF YOU WHERE A CRAYON WHAT COLOUR WOULD YOU BE?
    White. Probably as insignificant and practically useless. Just like me, no?

    7. HOW IS THE WEATHER RIGHT NOW?
    Well.. it's stopped raining. Pretty bright, right now.

    8. LAST PERSON YOU TAlKED TO ON THE PHONE??
    My mom.

    9. FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT THE OPPOSITE SEX?
    -

    10. DO YOU LIKE THE PERSON WHO SENT YOU THIS?
    -

    11. HOW ARE YOU TODAY?
    Life's good. :D Yeah, sure.

    12. FAVOURITE DRINK?
    -

    13. FAVOURITE ALCOHOLIC DRINK?
    -

    14. What is your favourite sport?
    BOWLING! <3>

    15. HAIR COLOUR?
    Black, brown.

    16. EYE COLOUR?
    Black.

    17. DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS?
    Nope.

    18. SIBLINGS?
    3.

    19. FAVOURITE MONTH?
    December.

    20. FAVOURITE FOOD?
    -

    21. LAST MOVIE YOU WATCHED?
    -_-

    22. FAVOURITE DAYS OF THE YEAR
    Holidays.

    23. SATURDAY OR SUNDAY?
    Saturday.

    24. ARE YOU TOO SHY TO ASK SOMEONE OUT?
    -

    25. DO YOU LIKE MARMITE?
    -

    26. SUMMER OR WINTER?
    Winter. I've always wanted to play in the snow. -_-

    27. HUGS OR KISSES?
    Hugs? Yeah lar, but life's so sad, no one wants to hug me.

    28. CHOCOLATE OR VANILLA?
    Vanilla.

    29. DO YOU WANT YOUR FRIENDS TO WRITE BACK?
    -

    30. Who's most LIKELY TO RESPOND?
    -

    31. WHO IS LEAST LIKELY TO RESPOND?
    -

    32. LIVING ARRANGEMENTS?
    -

    33. WHAT BOOKS ARE YOU READING?
    None. I hardly come across books I'm interested in anymore. -_-

    34. DID YOU WAKE UP BEFORE YOUR ALARM WENT OFF?
    Nope. It goes off, I turn it off, and go back to sleep again. -_-

    36. DO YOU MISS BIG BROTHER YET?
    -

    37. FAVOURITE SMELLS?
    At ECP.

    38. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?
    -

    39. BUTTERED, PLAIN, OR SALTED POPCORN?
    Sweet? -_-

    40. FAVOURITE CRISPS?
    Hm. Most are fine. Like, Ruffles.

    41. FAVOURITE CAR?
    -

    42. FAVOURITE FLOWER?
    -

    43. How MANY KEYS ON YOUR KEY RING?
    -

    44. CAN YOU JUGGLE KNIVES?
    No.

    45. FAVOURITE DAY OF THE WEEK?
    Monday, Friday, Saturday.

    46. RED OR WHITE WINE?
    -

    47. WHAT DID YOU DO FOR YOUR LAST BIRTHDAY?
    Had RT, mass dance, and went home for gathering with relatives. -_-
    The evening before was better. If not, best.
    48. DO YOU OWN A DONOR CARD?
    -

    49. WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU THINK OF WHEN YOU WAKE UP IN THE MORNING?
    MORNING FD. Sleep. Morning FD's probably not going to be so fun anymore.

    50. WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ONCE YOU HAVE FINISHED THIS?
    Slack.